Origin
City of Scranton, PA
Evening in City of Scranton on Sunday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Scranton, PA to Fox Run, PA
Drive Time
5h 48m
Distance
313.2 mi
504 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 36m
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6 AM
5h 49m
8 AM
6h 15m
10 AM
5h 58m
12 PM
5h 55m
3 PM
5h 59m
5 PM
6h 14m
8 PM
5h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Scranton, PA
Michael Taccetta
Trip Overview
Traveling from Scranton to Fox Run spans 313.2 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 48 minutes of driving time. Because this journey fits comfortably into a single day, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations unless you prefer a slower pace. Budget approximately $52 for fuel to cover the distance across the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. You will primarily navigate via the Keystone Shortway, the American Legion Memorial Highway, and I-79. While the trip is manageable in one go, be prepared for a turn-heavy local drive as you approach your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
156.6 miles from City of Scranton, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a split personality on this trek, starting with long, efficient highway stretches before transitioning into more technical driving. You will spend a significant portion of the journey on the Keystone Shortway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 239.9 miles. Despite these fast segments, only 10% of the total distance consists of major highways, meaning you will spend the bulk of your time navigating secondary roads. The drive shifts from high-speed cruising to a turn-heavy local experience, so stay alert as the road character changes in the final miles.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 239.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 34 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 313.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 34 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34.7 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 306.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
34 mi into trip
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~42m in
Take the exit toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 151B
Toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
5
34.7 mi into trip
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~43m in
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I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Merge onto I 80 / Keystone Shortway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
306.4 mi into trip
|
~5h 36m in
Take the exit toward Evans City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 85
Toward Evans City
6
306.5 mi into trip
|
~5h 37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 19 South: Evans City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 19 South: Evans City
6
311.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 45m in
|
Rowan Road
Turn left onto Rowan Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 239.9 mi | 4h 18m |
| American Legion Memorial Highway | 32.7 mi | 39m |
| I 79 | 31.4 mi | 33m |
| Perry Highway | 5 mi | 7m |
| Rowan Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| River Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Peters Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 239.9 mi, about 4h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Scranton, PA and Fox Run, PA.
1
Start on Cedar Avenue
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
2
Continue on Cedar Avenue
400 ft
·
12 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
3
Turn left onto River Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
River Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
5
Merge onto I 81
33 mi
·
39 min
·
American Legion Memorial Highway
6
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 151B
Toward I-80 West: Bloomsburg
7
Merge onto I 80
240 mi
·
4 hr 18 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 79 South: Pittsburgh
9
Merge onto I 79
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 79
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 85
Toward Evans City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 19 South: Evans City
12
Turn straight onto US 19
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Perry Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto Rowan Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Rowan Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Peters Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Peters Road
15
Turn right onto Gable Road
384 ft
·
18 sec
·
Gable Road
16
Turn right onto Northfield Road
468 ft
·
20 sec
·
Northfield Road
17
Arrive at destination
Northfield Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a roughly six-hour commitment, hitting the road early in the morning will help you avoid fatigue during the more technical, turn-heavy sections of the trip. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh, especially since the local roads require more focus than the interstate segments. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition off the major highways, as the route is not a simple straight shot. Given the $52 fuel estimate, consider topping off your tank before you leave the Scranton area to avoid searching for stations during the longer, less-developed stretches of the Keystone Shortway.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 156.6 miles from City of Scranton, PA, or about 2h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 239.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.6 miles or 2h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fox Run, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Scranton, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from City of Scranton, PA
This is one driving day of about 313.2 miles and 5h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from City of Scranton, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 239.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 156.6 mi from City of Scranton, PA · 2h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
157 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 156.6 miles from City of Scranton, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 239.9 miles.
Arriving in Fox Run, PA
The final approach into Fox Run, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Fox Run, PA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.83 one way
$103.65 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
110 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $56.71 | $113.42 |
| premium | $4.92 | $60.69 | $121.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $69.58 | $139.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 94 | 1 | $32.89 | $15.03 |
| Efficient EV | 78.3 | 0 | $27.40 | $12.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 125.3 | 1 | $43.85 | $20.04 |
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Fox Run, PA
Evening in Fox Run on Sunday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
19 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 48m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from City of Scranton, PA to Fox Run, PA covers 313.2 miles and takes about 5h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, American Legion Memorial Highway, I 79. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 156.6 miles from City of Scranton, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.83 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 313.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 34 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34.7 miles (I 80 / Keystone Shortway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 306.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from City of Scranton, PA to Fox Run, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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